Stratocumulus lenticularis

Stratocumulus lenticularis is an uncommon cloud type that belongs to the stratocumulus cloud type, its appearance is that of a flat lens or almond. It forms as a result of atmospheric waves caused by wind passing over obstacles; for example, a mountain or a building. They are more common in locations that are hilly, or places where foehn winds are common They tend to look more well-defined when a foehn wind is causing their formation. They also sometimes show iridescence. It is a type of lenticular cloud.

Stratocumulus lenticularis
Stratocumulus lenticularis
Abbreviationstrt len
Genusstratocumulus
Altitude500-2000 m
(2000-7000 ft)
AppearanceFlat stratocumuliform lens or almond
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